About 901 Studios
OUR MISSION
901 Studios is a dynamic independent film production company dedicated to producing films showcasing diverse narratives that resonate with audiences around the globe. 901 Studios aims to become a leading platform for visionary filmmakers and storytellers, driving the creation of impactful, high-quality films that leave a lasting impression.
THE FOUNDERS
JON GALVEZ
Jon Galvez is a Filipino filmmaker AND PRODUCER known for his unwavering commitment to supporting the unique voices of independent filmmakers. With a vibrant career that began in the dynamic realms of advertising and marketing, he has worked in multinational tech, media and telco companies where he served as Head of Media and transformed the companies’ media investment and channel strategy. Jon has transitioned seamlessly into the film industry, where his passion for storytelling and talent for crafting impactful narratives shine.
LEO LIBAN
Leo Liban is a Filipino director, writer, producer, and all-around filmmaker who brings a detail-oriented mindset and decisive leadership to every set. He began in government while freelancing in film, sharpening discipline, communication, and stakeholder management, skills he now applies from development through post.
As co-founder of 901 Studios, Leo pairs clear direction with a deep passion for the arts, aligning teams, protecting the creative, and moving projects forward. He chases images that resonate beyond the frame, guided by a lifelong love of film and the arts.
CARLOS JUSTO ORTIZ
Carlos Ortiz is a Filipino producer, director, and storyteller. With a background in business, sales, and project management, he approaches filmmaking with structure, clarity, and a strong sense of collaboration. His experience outside the creative industry allows him to navigate production with practicality and precision.
Creatively, however, Carlos thrives in the opposite space—one that is instinctive, imaginative, and open to the unexpected. He believes the best stories often come from embracing chaos, curiosity, and the freedom to explore.
THE TEAM
CAREY ERWIN BAYNO
PEARL AUDREY BAYONETA
PEARL AUDREY BAYONETA
Currently a Producer and Sales & Project Executive at 901 Studios, Carey Erwin Bayno is a multimedia artist from Antipolo City, Philippines, focused on portraying authentic Filipino culture and lived experiences. He WAS a Fellow of IdeaFirst Enlighten under Jun Robles Lana and an intern of National Artist Ricky Lee. He previously worked with ABS-CBN’s Patrol ng Pilipino, and was named Most Outstanding and Active Graduating Student by the PUP Department of Broadcast Communication in 2025.
PEARL AUDREY BAYONETA
PEARL AUDREY BAYONETA
PEARL AUDREY BAYONETA
She is an Executive Associate and Production Coordinator at 901 Studios, with credits including When This Is All Over, Open Endings, Abutan Man Tayo Ng House Lights, and Bar Boys: After School, an official entry at the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival. Committed to supporting independent and student filmmakers, she has trained with the FDCP and UP Film Institute and was selected for Dwein Baltazar’s Dweiny and Friends workshop. Her student short film Ang Ikot Ng Mga Bagay-Bagay won Best Film at the MCineLikha Film Festival 2024, and she now works as a freelance Production Manager and Line Producer.
MARK FRANCIS VICENTE
PEARL AUDREY BAYONETA
MARK FRANCIS VICENTE
Mark Francis Daniel Vicente is a cinematographer based in Manila. Originally trained in architecture and illustration, he decided to pursue visual storytelling, driven by a desire to push creative boundaries through photography and film. He honed his craft at the Asia Pacific Film Institute and now works across commercials, series, short films, and feature-length projects. He also worked as a camera operator on Bar Boys 2: After School, an official MMFF 2025 entry, and as a BTS photographer for Agapito (Cannes 2025)